All articles tagged with #arts and culture
Originally Published 2 days ago — by CNN
The Washington National Opera has decided to end its longstanding partnership with the Kennedy Center, citing financial challenges and changes in the center's policies under the Trump administration, and plans to operate independently and seek new venues for performances.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by The Washington Post
The Washington National Opera has decided to leave its longtime home at the Kennedy Center after the center ended their relationship, marking a significant change for the opera company.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by The Guardian
The Washington National Opera is leaving the Kennedy Center to become an independent nonprofit due to dissatisfaction with Trump's control of the institution, leading to artist cancellations and declining ticket sales.
Originally Published 4 days ago — by The Guardian
Béla Tarr was a master of slow cinema, known for his intensely slow, monochrome films like Sátántangó and Werckmeister Harmonies that explore themes of spiritual desolation, groupthink, and societal decay, often infused with dark comedy and philosophical depth. His work, characterized by extreme pacing and bleak imagery, has left a profound impact on cinema, reflecting a unique blend of despair and wit.
Originally Published 7 days ago — by The New York Times
Francis Patrelle, a renowned ballet teacher and choreographer who founded Dances Patrelle and was a prominent figure in New York's ballet community, died at age 78 due to complications from a fall.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by The New York Times
Jenelle Manzi, a seasoned ballerina with nearly two decades at New York City Ballet, balances her performance in 'The Nutcracker' with entrepreneurship, running a nutrition startup, and managing her busy schedule through multitasking like doing makeup in cabs and taking Zoom meetings.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by The New York Times
The article highlights upcoming cultural events in 2026, including a major Marcel Duchamp retrospective at MoMA, Christopher Nolan's epic adaptation of 'The Odyssey,' the return of Lisa Kudrow's 'The Comeback,' a new Wagner opera production at the Met, and the release of Guillermo del Toro's 'Frankenstein' film, among other art and entertainment highlights.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by AP News
Yannick Nézet-Séguin's journey to conducting the Vienna Philharmonic's New Year’s concert was marked by a last-minute replacement of Valery Gergiev amid geopolitical tensions, a grueling schedule, and a series of intense performances that strengthened his relationship with the orchestra, culminating in his conducting debut at this prestigious event.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by The New York Times
Yuval Sharon, known for his innovative and unconventional opera productions, will leave his role as artistic director of the Detroit Opera after this season, ending a period of transformative and bold artistic initiatives in the city.
Originally Published 20 days ago — by Vulture
The article explores the recurring trope in 2025 films and TV where women walk into bodies of water as a metaphor for pain, escape, or transformation, highlighting its cultural significance and emotional depth.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by AP News
The Trump-appointed board of the Kennedy Center voted to rename it the Trump-Kennedy Center, a move criticized by Democrats and Kennedy family members, with Trump expressing surprise and honor. The decision has sparked controversy, with some seeing it as a petty political move, and has led to resignations and cancellations at the center.
Originally Published 26 days ago — by The New York Times
Marcia Marcus, an artist whose work was ignored for decades, continued painting with unshakable confidence, eventually gaining recognition late in life after decades of perseverance and defiance in a male-dominated art world.
Originally Published 26 days ago — by The New York Times
The article explores how David Lynch's childhood fascination with the mysterious and unsettling elements of Middle American life shaped his surreal and dark artistic works, including films and TV series like 'Twin Peaks,' revealing his unique approach to exploring hidden desires and evils beneath the American facade.
Originally Published 26 days ago — by The Guardian
Ben Whishaw discusses his role as Peter Hujar in the film 'Peter Hujar’s Day,' a intimate portrayal of the photographer's life and friendship with Linda Rosenkrantz, highlighting Hujar's artistry, the NYC queer scene, and Whishaw's reflections on gay representation and history.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by ARTnews.com
Sasha Suda has sued the Philadelphia Art Museum after her dismissal as director, alleging a sham investigation and wrongful termination driven by internal conflicts, including disagreements over a trustee appointment and salary issues. The museum denies the allegations, asserting the lawsuit is without merit.